Galveston, Texas, is the county seat of Galveston County. Named in honor of Bernardo de Gálvez y Madrid, Count of Gálvez, who led the Spanish armies against England in the American Revolutionary War, the island city was the main port for the Texas Navy during the Texas Revolution, and served at the capital of the Republic of Texas after that war. Galveston is possibly best known for the hurricane in 1900 which flattened the city while the citizens thought they were safe from it.
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On its official site, the city of Galveston presents details about its governmental structures, committees and council. Online resources include printable forms and the ability to make water payments through the site.
http://www.cityofgalveston.org/
The tourism and marketing agency for the city of Galveston presents visitor information, such as a directory of lodging facilities, restaurants, attractions, and events.
http://www.galveston.com/
Scenic Galveston is a non-profit organization working to create a marsh preserve along the highway approach to Galveston Island. Its web site includes history, and information about volunteer opportunities.
http://www.scenicgalveston.org/
Dedicated to a hurricane that struck the city of Galveston in 1900, this resource presents facts and figures, publications, and a bibliography of things that been written, filmed, or compiled about the hurricane.
http://www.1900storm.com/
